In a shocking incident that has left the Kansas City community in disbelief, three friends were found dead in a homeowner’s backyard just days after gathering to watch a Kansas City Chiefs game. The homeowner, who claims to have had no knowledge of the tragedy unfolding in his own backyard, is now facing scrutiny and questions from friends and family of the deceased.
The bodies of 38-year-old Ricky Johnson, 36-year-old Clayton McGeeney, and 37-year-old David Harrington were discovered on January 9, two days after they had gathered at a friend’s house to watch the Chiefs game against the Los Angeles Chargers. One body was found on the back porch of the home, while the other two were found in the backyard. The men had apparently frozen to death in the below-freezing temperatures.
The Kansas City Police Department has stated that they do not suspect foul play in the deaths and the case is not being investigated as a homicide. Captain Jake Becchina emphasized that there have been no arrests, charges, or specific threats related to the incident. The homeowner has been cooperative with detectives and is not currently in custody.
While it is unclear whether alcohol or drugs were involved in the deaths, toxicology reports are expected to shed light on the matter in the coming weeks. Neighbors expressed shock and concern, with one stating that she had no idea the three men were in danger just across the street. Speculation about the cause of death includes the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning, as the sudden drop in temperature could have prompted the use of heating systems that may have malfunctioned.
Family and friends of the deceased have taken to social media, demanding answers and questioning the homeowner’s actions. They claim to have sent numerous messages to him in the days before the police were called, expressing their concern and searching for the missing men. The attorney representing the homeowner has stated that his client had no idea his friends were dead until the police notified him. He also mentioned that the homeowner did not hear the two people who came looking for the men at his house, as he was allegedly asleep with headphones and a loud fan.
The attorney expressed his client’s deep sympathy for the friends and family of the deceased and emphasized that the homeowner is awaiting the results of the autopsy and toxicology report to understand how his friends died. The community remains shaken by the tragic incident and hopes for justice and closure for the families involved.
